Spring Branch ISD parents raise over $570K to fund programs:
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Albuquerque principal is removed and some employees on leave after prom drag show
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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Prom Drag Show in Albuquerque
- The principal of a high school in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has been replaced, and several employees have been placed on administrative leave while an investigation examines a drag queen show during the prom.
- The head of Albuquerque Public Schools, Channell Segura, communicated to parents via a letter that the performance occurred during the prom on April 20, with an investigation aimed at clarifying the sequence of events and how it impacted students. Segura was not reachable for comments on Friday.
- Subsequent to the replacement of the former principal, Anthony Lovato was appointed as the interim principal. Details regarding whether the authorization for the performance originated from school officials or the number of staff members on leave were not disclosed.
- The drag queen show at the prom stirred controversy and criticism from individuals expressing their dismay and dissatisfaction on the school's official Facebook page, while the district refrained from divulging further information regarding the investigation.
Wales school stabbing: Hard to comprehend events, teachers say: Teachers Fiona Elias, Liz Hopkin and a pupil were injured at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford.
bbc.com/news/uk-wales-68907803
Prince Williams drops in at Rowley Regis school: Prince William has visited St Michael's Church of England High School in Rowley Regis
halesowennews.co.uk/news/24277928.prince-williams-drops-rowley-regis-school/
Quick Glance: Prince William Shares Charlotte's Favorite Joke at School Visit
- Prince William visited a high school to gain insight into the mental health support provided to students after being personally invited by a twelve-year-old.
- During his interaction with the students, William shared Princess Charlotte’s preferred joke.
- Freddie, the inviting student, briefed William on the school's ongoing efforts and projects.
- During his visit today, William engaged with the student council representatives to explore their diverse initiatives.
Girl, 13, charged after Ammanford school stabbings: A girl has been charged with three counts of attempted murder after the stabbings at a Welsh school.
bbc.com/news/uk-wales-68901555
Quick Glance: Arrest and Three Injured in Wales School Attack
- Police urge removal of social media footage to prevent contempt of court and distressing those affected.
- A parent expresses concern over the injured and highlights the rarity of such incidents in Ammanford.
- Three injured and one arrested after an incident at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford, South-west Wales.
- Recap of the ongoing investigation at the school as parents anxiously wait for updates on their children's safety.
'Like a hobby': Private driving instructors rue sunset industry that has quirky students, comfortable salaries
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/private-driving-instructor-licence-retirement-traffic-police-4260856
Baltimore high school coach arrested over deepfake racist audio of principal: The Baltimore-area principal was placed on leave and received death threats over ...
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68907895
FDP in crisis: The wrong track of traffic light criticism - Lindner's double problem
t-online.de/nachrichten/kolumne-christoph-schwennicke/id_100390680/fdp-in-der-krise-irrweg-ampel-kritik-lindners-doppelte-problem.html
Quick Glance: FDP in Crisis: Misguided Criticism – Lindner's Double Trouble
- The FDP criticizes its own government and is in crisis. The role of opposition is damaging the party's reputation.
- The FDP struggles to assert itself against other parties. Liberalism in Germany is often misinterpreted.
- The FDP faces internal challenges and needs to strengthen its position within the government. The party struggles to assert itself against coalition partners.
- Under Christian Lindner, the FDP faces difficulties in maintaining a clear stance. Internal conflicts and clumsy communication lead to tensions within the party.
D.C. police rejected GWU’s plea to sweep out university protesters: City officials worried about the optics of moving against a small number of peaceful ...
washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/26/dc-police-george-washington-university-protests/
Thousands at Columbia sign letter calling for enforcement of school policy: The letter is not affiliated with the university's Antisemitism Task Force.
jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-798745
HPD promotions include replacement for demoted assistant chief: One of the new assistants replaces a man who was demoted as part of an ongoing department scandal ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/article/hpd-dropped-case-promotion-replace-assistant-chief-19423642.php
‘DIVEST’: College endowments turn into flash point of student protests: Many student groups are pushing schools to exert financial pressure on Israel ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/26/bds-divestment-gaza-campuses-israel/
'Better for learning': School ditches large open plan classroom: A Canterbury high school has ditched its large open-plan classroom and turned it into ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/better-learning-school-ditches-large-open-plan-classroom
Hydel retain Girls’ 4x100m title at Penn Relays - Jamaica Observer: PHILADELPHIA, USA— Hydel High defended their High School girls' Championships of America ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/26/hydel-retain-girls-4x100m-title-penn-relays/
In Grand Rapids, Itasca Pride is planning its first event, but there is already pushback
startribune.com/in-grand-rapids-itasca-pride-is-planning-its-first-event-but-there-is-already-pushback/600361999/
USC says it is canceling its 'main stage' commencement ceremony: After tensions led USC to drop its valedictorian and keynote speaker from its main commencement ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-25/la-me-usc-commencement-canceled
Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
- Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.
- Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.
- Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.
- The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Ukrainian duo heads to the Eurovision Song Contest with a message: We're still here
apnews.com/article/eurovision-song-contest-ukraine-performers-war-74a2ebe1fb293e08c691c8f6e35f86e9
Tennessee governor plans to sign bill that would let teachers carry guns in schools
nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/tennessee-governor-plans-sign-bill-let-teachers-carry-guns-schools-rcna149457
Quick Glance: Tennessee Lawmakers Pass Bill Criminalizing Adults Aiding Minors in Gender-Affirming Care
- Tennessee's GOP-controlled Statehouse approved a bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent.
- The bill closely resembles language from an anti-abortion trafficking proposal approved by Tennessee Republican lawmakers the day before.
- Critics caution about the broad application of the law, ranging from discussing care options with adolescents to aiding in travel to states with looser gender-affirming care restrictions.
- Tennessee has enacted more anti-LGBTQ+ laws than any other state since 2015, as identified by the Human Rights Campaign, calling it a staggering assault on their constituents.
Simone Biles' personal coach, Cecile Landi, is leaving her Houston gym: Cecile Landi will become coach at University of Georgia but will stay with Simone Biles ...
houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/general/article/cecile-landi-gymnastics-coach-georgia-19423729.php
Protests Threaten College Graduations, Denying Seniors Second Chance at Normalcy: After Covid ruined high school graduation for the class of 2020 ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/style/campus-protests-college-graduation.html
Deepfake of Baltimore Principal Leads to Arrest of School Employee: A high school athletic director in the Baltimore area was arrested after he used A.I. ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/25/technology/deepfake-recording-principal-arrest.html
How Schools Can Help Kids Reduce Racism and Prejudice: Making schools more welcoming for all can make for a fair and just society
scientificamerican.com/article/the-science-of-reducing-prejudice-in-kids/
Marrying the One Who Almost Got Away: Elaiza Ramos and Marc Reyes, high school sweethearts in the Philippines, broke up after graduating ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/style/elaiza-ramos-marc-reyes-wedding.html
High school student injured in earthquake dies - Focus Taiwan: A 17-year-old high school student who was seriously injured in the magnitude 7 ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202404250021
Maya Veliz, Texas cheerleader stripped of valedictorian title over 'miscalculation,' shares planned graduation speech: 'Failure has made me who I am'
nypost.com/2024/04/25/us-news/maya-veliz-student-stripped-of-valedictorian-shares-speech/
Paxton, Ogg investigating Hidalgo's ex-staffers: What to know: The yearslong investigation into a COVID-19 contract has so far resulted in the indictments of ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/houston/article/hidalgo-aides-covid-contract-18482908.php
Trill Burgers co-founder opening Sonic the Hedgehog pop-up: Trill Burgers co-founder Andy Nguyen is opening a pop-up in Katy called Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe ...
houstonchronicle.com/food-culture/restaurants-bars/article/sonic-hedgehog-speed-pop-up-cafe-katy-19421877.php
High schooler accused of killing fellow student on campus in Arlington, Texas: Police say a 17-year-old has been arrested on a murder warrant after fatally ...
abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/high-schooler-accused-killing-fellow-student-campus-arlington-109628467
UPDATE: Schoolboy charged with murder in stabbing death of Raneil Plummer: ST JAMES, Jamaica — The 14-year-old Irwin High School student who was taken into ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/update-schoolboy-charged-murder-stabbing-death-raneil-plummer/
Lessons at school: against compulsory reading, for more surprise: Why are classics so often read in schools and why are pupils then required to read set-piece ...
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‘I’ve never seen anything like this’: Wawa is open for business in Alabama: Some people drove hours to be there for the grand opening of the chain's first ...
al.com/life/2024/04/ive-never-seen-anything-like-this-wawa-is-open-for-business-in-alabama.html
Kharkiv's children continue education below ground amid Russian airstrikes: In recent weeks, Russia has ramped up its airstrikes on Kharkiv ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/kharkivs-children-continue-education-below-ground-amid-russian-airstrikes
Washington state officials identify second body found at ex-officer’s home as girlfriend and mother of kidnapped child
cnn.com/us/washington-elias-huizar/
Morehouse faculty and students raise concerns about Biden's graduation speech: Morehouse College’s leadership is set to hold a call on Thursday to address ...
nbcnews.com/politics/joe-biden/morehouse-faculty-students-concerns-biden-graduation-speech-rcna149283
Klein ISD targeted by Gov. Greg Abbott on social media: Current and former Klein ISD parents say the district won't listen to their concerns about overcrowding ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/education/article/klein-isd-teacher-arrests-gov-greg-abbott-19407981.php
Sharjah announces return to in-person classes - News | Khaleej Times: The emirate had first announced distance learning for private schools on Monday, April 15
khaleejtimes.com/uae/education/sharjah-announces-return-to-in-person-classes
Pennsylvania school board reinstates talk by ‘30 Rock’ actor after canceling over his ‘lifestyle’
cnn.com/2024/04/26/us/cumberland-vallley-reinstates-maulik-pancholy-event-reaj/
Woodlands officials fight plan to widen Research Forest: The Woodlands township board of directors and Montgomery County commissioners oppose a now-unlikely HGAC ...
houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/woodlands/article/research-forest-road-project-19418292.php
USC cancels main commencement ceremony as campus is roiled by protests: The University of Southern California canceled its main commencement ceremony ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/04/25/usc-cancels-main-commencement/
Columbia University senate to examine administration amid campus protests: Columbia’s University Senate created a task force to examine the school ...
washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/26/columbia-university-senate-president-protests/
Carolyn Hax: Can one spouse tell another to stop traveling so much for work?: Husband’s work travel has increased, and this letter writer is burned out from ...
washingtonpost.com/advice/2024/04/25/carolyn-hax-spouse-stop-work-travel/
Caleb Williams, likely top NFL draft pick, traces success to an interception at age 9
npr.org/2024/04/25/1246815390/caleb-williams-nfl-2024-draft-chicago-bears
Robert Kraft Withdraws Support From Columbia Over Protests: The New England Patriots owner said this week that he was “no longer comfortable supporting” Columbia ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/business/robert-kraft-donation-columbia-protests.html
Grange Hill student killed in gun attack, schoolmate injured: WESTMORELAND, Jamaica – Two students of the Grange Hill High School in Westmoreland were shot ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/grange-hill-student-killed-gun-attack-schoolmate-injured/
Girl, 13, charged with attempted murder after stabbing at school in Wales: Pupils at Amman Valley School, also known as Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, in Carmarthenshire ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/25/girl-13-charged-attempted-murder-stabbing-school-wales-20718223/
Houston recycling fire causes large flames behind the facility: About two football fields worth of rubber products were on fire late Wednesday night at a Houston ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/houston-recycling-facility-fire-19421863.php
Charges against 17-year-old after knife attack at school: Several students were stabbed at a high school in Wuppertal in February. Some of them difficult ...
focus.de/panorama/welt/attacke-an-wuppertaler-gymnasium-anklage-gegen-17-jaehrigen-nach-messerangriff-an-schule_id_259889190.html
Third Ward: Finner to increase HPD presence to address crime: A gun battle in the neighborhood outside downtown Monday morning prompted renewed calls for more ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/crime/article/police-chief-finner-crimes-third-ward-19423814.php
Tennessee Parents Question Whether Arming Teachers Is the Answer: Supporters of new legislation to allow some teachers to carry firearms say it will make the ...
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Outside Atlanta, a Mother-Daughter Duo Wanted a House to Share (With Enough Room for Some Privacy)
nytimes.com/interactive/2024/04/25/realestate/atlanta-georgia-house-sale.html
Dawkins retain triple jump title at Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, United States — St Jago High’s Jade-Ann Dawkins retained her high school girls' triple jump title ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/dawkins-retain-triple-jump-title-penn-relays/
Muschett High athletes eager to compete at their first Penn Relays: PHILADELPHIA, United States - Muschett High School's track and field head coach, Garth Smythe ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/muschett-high-athletes-eager-compete-first-penn-relays/
Over 90% of trans youths live in states with bills that target their rights, report says
nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/90-trans-youths-live-states-bills-target-rights-report-says-rcna149175
Tennessee governor says he will sign into law the option to arm teachers in classrooms
newschannel5.com/news/tennessee-governor-says-he-will-sign-into-law-the-option-to-arm-teachers-in-classrooms
Tribute to my dear friend, Raphael Okiot: This world needs more of your type, I feel proud and blessed to have known someone amazing like you
monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/letters/tribute-to-my-dear-friend-raphael-okiot-4602104
I-10 East Freeway lanes close tied to a lost load: Westbound lanes on the I-10 East Freeway were closed Friday due to a "lost load," according to a post from the ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/crime/article/i-10-east-freeway-lanes-close-tied-lost-load-19425598.php
Elkins' Taylor Jackson overcomes injury to return to state: The senior recovered from a hamstring injury just in time for her final track and field postseason ...
houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/hs-sports/article/hs-track-elkins-taylor-jackson-return-state-19424870.php
Black Men’s Wellness Day at UH could help reduce health disparities: More than 5,000 men expected to take part in University of Houston wellness fair on Saturday ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/article/black-men-s-wellness-day-uh-help-reduce-health-19418510.php
School brings back traditional single-cell classrooms: Rangiora High School has a 1980s feel about it, following the refurbishment of its Rakahuri building ...
rnz.co.nz/news/ldr/515202/school-brings-back-traditional-single-cell-classrooms
Bangladesh: Extreme heat kicks 33 million children out of schools: Bangladesh has closed schools and colleges due to extreme heat for the second year in a row.
bbc.com/news/articles/c1wxjj3g965o
Teddy Kelly: Sadness as brave Rotherham youngster, aged six loses battle against cancer
thestar.co.uk/health/teddy-kelly-death-kimberworth-sadness-brave-rotherham-youngster-loses-battle-against-cancer-4604140
USDA updates rules for school meals that limit added sugars for the first time: U.S. agriculture officials announced new nutrition standards for school meals ...
apnews.com/article/school-meals-lunch-nutrition-sugar-sodium-aa17b295f959c72ef5c41ac3cd50e68d
Columbia extends protest deadline after students agree to dismantle some tents: Columbia University students agreed to take down "a significant number" of the ...
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44 first-graders at school in Ludwigshafen remain seated: A year ago, the Gräfenau elementary school in Ludwigshafen, Rhineland-Palatinate ...
welt.de/vermischtes/article251177728/44-Erstklaessler-an-Schule-in-Ludwigshafen-bleiben-sitzen.html
As anti-Israel encampment at Columbia endures, Jewish students lament ‘Judenrein’ campus
timesofisrael.com/as-anti-israel-encampment-at-columbia-endures-jewish-students-lament-judenrein-campus/
Taylor Swift’s elementary school teachers remember her as a young star: Turns out Taylor Swift doesn’t just speak now when it comes to writing ...
cnn.com/2024/04/24/entertainment/taylor-swift-young-poet/
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 2024 concert season upgrades: The Woodlands' Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion has added liquor for the first time alongside new ...
houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/woodlands/article/cynthia-woods-mitchell-pavilion-woodlands-upgrades-19418290.php
London school says 11-hour-day pilot is for pupil wellbeing: The school, with 40% of pupils eligible for free meals, says it provides a "private school service".
bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-68881898
In the Philippines, it’s ‘so hot you can’t breathe’ as heat index touches 47 degrees Celsius
scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3260173/philippines-its-so-hot-you-cant-breathe-heat-index-touches-47-degrees-celsius
106-year-old man chases pension for 28 years in vain: After retiring on March 31, 1996, as a primary teacher, Dacio Oridria says he has chased for his pension in ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/106-year-old-man-chases-pension-for-28-years-in-vain-4601526
Princeton students plan pro-Palestinian encampment: Report: Students at Princeton University are preparing to set up a pro-Palestinian encampment ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4618076-princeton-students-pro-palestinian-encampment/
Thousands in heatwave-hit Bangladesh pray for rain - News | Khaleej Times: An extreme heat wave hit the country, forcing the authorities to shut down tens of ...
khaleejtimes.com/world/asia/thousands-in-heatwave-hit-bangladesh-pray-for-rain-2
Houston one of most diverse cities in the U.S., says report: In a recent study, Wallet Hub ranked Houston as the fourth most diverse city in the United States.
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/houston-racial-diversity-cities-us-19418229.php
Biden to deliver commencement addresses at Morehouse College and West Point: President Biden will deliver a pair of commencement addresses next month as part of ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4615352-biden-commencement-morehouse-west-point/
These law schools ranked tops for jobs in 2023: The University of Virginia School of Law sent the highest percentage of graduates into full-time law jobs in 2023 ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/these-law-schools-ranked-tops-jobs-2023-2024-04-24/
Former college and NFL star Reggie Bush's 2005 Heisman Trophy reinstated: Former college and NFL star Reggie Bush reinstated his 2005 Heisman Trophy
goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/former-college-nfl-star-reggie-bushs-2005-heisman-109578210
Quick Glance: Reggie Bush to Regain 2005 Heisman Trophy
- The Heisman Trust is set to announce Reggie Bush receiving back the 2005 Heisman Trophy, reinstating his status as a recipient after a NCAA investigation.
- Following the restoration of his 2005 season records by the NCAA, the Heisman Trust confirmed the re-honoring of Bush's award.
- In a statement, Bush expressed his excitement to be back in the Heisman family and collaborate with the organization to uphold its values and mission.
- With the Heisman Trophy back in Bush's possession, USC now holds the top spot in college football's Heisman Trophy winners list with a total of eight recipients.
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